Talk of the Town: Chiranjeevi should play his age and learn from Rajinikanth

HYDERABAD: Superstar Rajinikanth is known for being selective in choosing roles and stories that align with his age and image. Movies like Kabali, Annatthe, and Jailer have showcased Rajinikanth in roles that might not exactly match his age but still enhance his character. His recent movie 'Jailer' seems to have struck the right chord, becoming a successful hit after a decade. The director's commendable portrayal of Rajinikanth as a jailer at the age of 72 has been appreciated.

Rajinikanth's approach to his roles involves measured and deliberate acting, in line with director Nelson's style in 'Jailer.' The film effectively handles Rajinikanth's image in the first half, indicating strong storytelling from director. It has now opened a debate that the senior heroes should start playing their age.

Similarly, Balakrishna also chooses roles that align with his age and stature, delivering impressive performances like in 'Veera Simha Reddy.' In his upcoming film, he will portray the role of a teenage girl's father, aiming to make a mark with his acting.

However, there's criticism directed towards Chiranjeevi for his choice of roles and attempts to appear younger. Critiques have surfaced, questioning why he still pursues roles that involve a younger appearance, particularly in movies like 'Khaidi No. 150,' 'Acharya,' 'Godfather,' 'Waltair Veerayya' and 'Bholaa Shankar.'

Some argue that Chiranjeevi should consider roles more suitable for his age and image rather than participating in scenes or songs that may not align with his current stage in life.

Comparisons are also being drawn between Rajinikanth's and Chiranjeevi's choices, with some suggesting that Chiranjeevi could learn from Rajinikanth's approach in selecting roles that match his age and still resonate with the audience.

In essence, the debate revolves around the balance between staying true to one's age while also delivering entertaining and meaningful performances.